How common is the Townley surname?

There are approximately 5,000 people with the surname Townley in the United States.

Are there Townley soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 121 soldiers with the Townley surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname Townley mean?

The surname Townley means "Derived from an English place name meaning 'town clearing' or 'settlement in a clearing'.". It is of English origin.

Topographic

Meaning

Derived from an English place name meaning 'town clearing' or 'settlement in a clearing'.

Etymology

Composed of Old English 'tun' (settlement/town) and 'leah' (clearing/meadow), indicating origin from a specific English location. The surname became hereditary among those who lived in or came from such places.

About the Townley Surname

An English topographic surname derived from place names indicating a settlement in a clearing. The name has maintained modest distribution and is associated with English gentry and notable collectors.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 5,000 bearers in the United States #1,656 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in England and English-speaking countries, with moderate distribution in North America.

Townley Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Townley Surname

Calvert Townley

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: Medieval England
Estimated Bearers: 5,000

War Records

121 soldiers with the Townley surname found in Civil War records.

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